During their 2022 summer course in Hue, students from Pitzer College and the International School, Hue University (HUIS), explored Vietnam through a class on Vietnam–U.S. relations, an introduction to Vovinam, and a field trip to Vinh Xuân Beach.
Discussing Vietnam–U.S. relations together
International relations lecturer Dr. Lê Nam Trung Hiếu guided students through milestones in relations between the two countries. They discussed opportunities and challenges for future cooperation and heard how their peers understood the same history.
Exploring Vietnamese culture through Vovinam
Members of the Thừa Thiên Huế Vovinam–Việt Võ Đạo Association introduced the martial art and guided students through basic movements. Students learned how it is practiced and heard what its instructors value about the discipline.
Making art together at Vinh Xuân Beach
At Vinh Xuân, students worked in mixed groups to create artwork from shells and fallen branches found on the beach. Working under the theme of creativity for the environment, they presented their ideas, explained their choices, and listened to other groups’ interpretations of the same assignment.
Each activity gave students something concrete to do together: discuss a shared history, learn from an instructor, or complete a group project.
Information and original photos: International School, Hue University (HUIS). Cover photo from IIE Vietnam’s Summer School brochure.
Tên: Phạm Thị Phương Dung